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Explore Arizona’s Valley of the Sun on daily adventures spotlighting the history and culture of the Southwest’s most dynamic city and its environs — from iconic Camelback Mountain to the copper-domed State Capitol. Discover the region’s prehistoric and modern Native American cultures with a visit to the famed Heard Museum. View the city’s mix of architectural styles including Frank Lloyd Wright and Paolo Soleri. Experience the music of the city and the world at Phoenix’ newest sensation — the Musical Instrument Museum. Stay in Old Town Scottsdale where its true western roots are juxtaposed against its modern and upscale new Southwest style.

Highlights

• View elements of this dynamic city on an expert-led discovery of Phoenix, experience art and culture at the Native American Heard Museum, and visit the Phoenix Art Museum, Musical Instrument Museum and Wright’s Taliesin West.
• Discover the rich diversity of the Sonoran Desert at the Desert Botanical Garden and sit under the stars around a campfire amid towering saguaro cacti following a dinner on a 1,300-acre ranch.
• Enjoy world-class galleries and a Western-themed ambiance while strolling Old Town Scottsdale, just a short walk from the hotel.

Activity Notes

Walking up to a one-half mile and standing in museums for up to two hours.Coordinated by Northern Arizona University.

Need Help?

The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!